A Baby (PLUS • 2026)

: Offer breast or bottle every 2–3 hours. Newborns should be woken to feed if they sleep longer than 4 hours in the first few weeks.

: Wash your hands thoroughly before handling your baby, as their immune systems are still developing. A baby

Caring for a baby involves a steep learning curve centered on safety, hygiene, and responsive bonding. Newborns typically sleep about and require 6 to 8 feedings every 24 hours. Essential Safety & Handling : Offer breast or bottle every 2–3 hours